Roof extension for shade and shelter
Block out the sun and rain with the modern eyebrow shape extension of the roof.
We saw how a gable roof with a gable end can look modern despite having its roots in vernacular
building and construction. A departure from the traditional form are “brows”. That is, a roof that
extends beyond the exterior walls.
These dramatic extensions shade indoors, define outdoor spaces, provide exterior lighting, and
serve other purposes. The following example shows that this technique is a fairly modern
expression, despite its roots in the modern architecture.
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The house byKDRoofers architecture is located on a rolling hill north of NewYork+. The design opens to the south with a wide glass wall shaded by the deep overhang of the
curved roof.
The roof supported by the slender columns of the exterior verandah gives the house a strong
expression that swoops in like a gentle hill.
Indoors, the extension of the roof can be seen covering the interior when the sun is high and
entering the interior in winter when the sun is low. The pitched roof also serves to collect rainwater used for irrigation.
A photo of this energy-efficient home in Buffalo City shows the extension of the roof as well as how it aligns with the patio below. A roof awning helps define the expansive outdoor space surrounding a seating area adjacent to an outdoor fireplace.
The roof’s “brows” can also be used for direct-and-frame views, such as this expansive residence
overlooking Buffalo City.
This “60’s solarium” in Buffalo City was renovated to improve the thermal performance of
a 1969 home added to a 1929 home. Translucent panels frame the two-story walls above the glass doors, all covered by an overhanging roof that provides some shade but includes downlights for the patio below. Inside, the 60’s solarium is separated by skylights along translucent panel walls.
Sunset photos of this home in Buffalo City show another aspect of “eyebrows.” The effect
is particularly evident here given the full-height glazed facade, which will likely require large
overhangs.
This home, also in Buffalo City, features a dramatic overhang on the second floor that
extends over the patio adjacent to the open living spaces below. Notice how the lights are placed
on the exterior walls to accentuate the timber structure of the roof.
Another Buffalo City home shows how the roof overhang connects with the exterior walls and the abundance of glass in the outdoor space below. Since this example is small compared to the two previous Buffalo City locations, it’s good to see that these roofs can occur on a variety of scales.
This photo angle gives the impression that the roof overhang is more dramatic than it actually is,
but it is clear that it is deeper than both roofs. This central roof defines an outdoor seating area
connected to the interior through wide openings with folding doors.
Below the “brows” we can detect an enclosure created by a deep overhang.
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Think of Egypt and you already have the right idea for this style of roof.
The pyramid roof has four sloping sides just like a pyramid. A variant of a hip roof with inward
sloping sides. Difference: A ridge runs the length of a hip roof, whereas a pyramid roof has only
one peak.
This pyramidal roof is capped with dramatic glass peaks.
Because of the dormer windows, it is difficult to tell whether this is a pyramidal roof with a single
peak or a pitched roof with a central ridge.
Pyramid roofs can be made of a variety of materials, such as those made of metal.
The pyramid-roofed tower also features clerestory windows and stone facade foundations for a
look that combines tradition and modernity.
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Think of Egypt and you already have the right idea for this style of roof.
The pyramid roof has four sloping sides just like a pyramid. A variant of a hip roof with inward
sloping sides. Difference: A ridge runs the length of a hip roof, whereas a pyramid roof has only
one peak.
This pyramidal roof is capped with dramatic glass peaks.
Because of the dormer windows, it is difficult to tell whether this is a pyramidal roof with a single
peak or a pitched roof with a central ridge.
Pyramid roofs can be made of a variety of materials, such as those made of metal.
The pyramid-roofed tower also features clerestory windows and stone facade foundations for a
look that combines tradition and modernity.
Nitharsana
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